APS6 - Performance Reporting Specialist, Assurance, Integrity, Risk & Governance 

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTQIA+ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women’s progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available

The Performance and Corporate Reporting team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to fill a key vacancy. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The team plays a critical role in managing the department’s Performance Reporting Framework, ensuring compliance with performance reporting obligations. The team works closely with performance measure owners across the department to ensure all measures meet legislative requirements and collectively provide a clear and comprehensive picture of departmental performance. The team also leads the development and production of key strategic documents, including the department’s Corporate Plan and Annual Report.

What will you do? 

You will contribute to the department’s corporate reporting requirements, with typical duties including: 

• Supporting the implementation and ongoing management of the department’s Performance Reporting Framework.
• Collaborating closely with performance measure owners across the department to develop, refine and report on performance measures.
• Monitoring compliance with performance reporting obligations and support internal stakeholders in meeting these requirements, through the provision of advice, facilitation of workshops, and the development of processes, tools and guidance.
• Assisting in the coordination of internal governance processes related to performance reporting.
• Contributing to the development and production of the department’s Corporate Plan and Annual Report.
• Staying up to date with relevant legislation, policy changes, and best practices in public sector performance reporting.

Who are we looking for?

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate your ability to:

• Engage effectively with stakeholders and colleagues with a demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Be well organised and effectively prioritise and manage competing priorities, including being flexible with changing priorities.
• Communicate effectively both written and verbal, delivering and tailoring information in a variety of formats for a range of audiences.
• Analyse complex information and apply critical thinking to identify issues, support informed decision-making, and provide clear, actionable advice and guidance.
• Achieve results and quality outcomes by showing initiative and leadership, working in a small team delivering multiple activities at any given time, often within tight timeframes.

Experience in performance and corporate reporting is highly desirable, but candidates with strong backgrounds in corporate strategy or business planning, program evaluation, data analysis, governance or working with legislation in a practical context are also encouraged to apply. The role suits individuals who are confident working with complex information, engaging with stakeholders, and driving meaningful contributions to strategic planning and reporting.

RecruitAbility minimum requirements

Minimum requirements for this role include:

• Ability to think critically and apply sound judgment in complex or dynamic environments.
• Ability to develop strong professional working relationships and influence stakeholders in a professional and effective manner.
• Well-developed written and interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal), including strong attention to detail.

RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment.

Job applicants with disability who met the requirements are advanced to the next stage of the selection process:

• Opt into the scheme
• Declare they have a disability, and
• Meet the minimum requirements of a vacancy advertised in the scheme

More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission.

What else can we offer?

• Supportive and Engaged Team Culture: Join a collaborative and high-performing team that takes pride in delivering high-quality corporate reporting. We foster a positive and inclusive work culture, celebrate achievements, and maintain a strong sense of purpose—even during peak reporting periods.
• Career Development: Enhance your career through access to learning and development programs, professional growth opportunities, and mentoring.
• Purposeful Work: Play a vital role by delivering high-quality corporate reporting that supports transparency and informs decision-making.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements that support your lifestyle.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including: 

• Citizenship: candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application. 
• Health Assessment: The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department’s preferred medical provider.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline level.  You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.  You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances.  More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.
• Police check: The successful candidate must satisfactory complete an Australian Federal Police criminal history check.
• Integrity and Performance check: The successful candidate must satisfy the requirements in an Integrity and Performance check which is completed by your most recent employer.

Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Applications open: 19 November 2025

Applications close: 7 December 2025

Application shortlisting: Week commencing 8 December 2025

Further assessments: Week commencing 15 December 2025

Selection report finalised: Week commencing 12 January 2025

Offers and announcements: Week commencing 19 January 2025

The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job and the Work level standards. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include work sample testing, interviews, and reference checks.

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEDT, Sunday 7 December 2025. 

In applying for this position, you will need to provide a response in a PDF document of no more than 2 pages to the following 5 questions:

1. What skills/experience can you bring to this role?
2. Tell us about a time you worked with stakeholders to improve a process. How did you ensure alignment with organisational requirements and what was the outcome?
3. In a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, how do you manage competing deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy in your work?
4. Tell us about a time you had to influence or negotiate with stakeholders to achieve an outcome. What strategies did you use?
5. Describe a time when you identified a significant issue or complex challenge? What approach did you take to address it, and what was the result?

You should also provide a tailored CV in PDF, no more than 2 pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the ‘Who are we looking for’ section.

Your application should be received through the department’s online recruitment system.  Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on 02 6136 8989 or via email at [email protected] to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information, please email [email protected] 

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